Overview

Position Title:Swim Instructor

Company:City Of Appleton Wi

Location:Appleton, WI

Job Description:

As the head of the Appleton Health Department, the Health Officer oversees a comprehensive program of public health and consumer protection for the community. Programs include, but are not limited to, nursing, immunology, epidemiology, environmental protection, emergency management, and weights & measures. The Health Officer also supports City policy development through Appleton’s innovative Health-in-All-Policies Ordinance and leverages the role to deepen understanding of, and shape approaches to addressing, the social determinants and root causes of public health issues. The work is performed under the general direction of the Mayor and as required by state statutes.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the supervision of assigned facility during work hours (including, but not limited to, security, cleanliness, and safety)
  • Safety and direct supervision of swimmers during all open and lap swim opportunities
  • Coordination and planning of program related activities and events
  • Complete necessary paperwork specific to job responsibilities (attendance forms, accident/incident report forms, facility checklists, etc.)
  • Encourage children to participate in activities through positive reinforcement
  • Supervise special events held at assigned facility
  • Serve as a positive role model to participants
  • Perform set-up and take-down of program related equipment
  • Respond to emergency situations, following established emergency protocols

Requirements:

  • Current Lifeguard Training, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and AED certifications
  • Experience working with children
  • Physically capable of performing and demonstrating program related activities
  • Able to work duration of the program as assigned by supervisor
  • Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow staff members and the public in a courteous and tactful manner
  • Shall wear Parks and Recreation staff uniform per the City of Appleton dress code